Travel Information

Russian citizens travelling to Slovakia

Citizens of Russia that are travelling to Slovakia need a stamped visa in their passport prior to arriving.

What to expect in Slovakia

🤝 friendly locals
safe neighbourhoods
⚡ Above average wifi
❄️ cold weather
Not many tourists
👯‍♂️ good for parties
inexpensive cost of living

Flights and Prices

Flight prices to Slovakia from Russia usually are around 4980.00 RUB. Pobeda is a common carrier airline.

International and domestic airlines

Common international airlines are

Air France

. Popular domestic airlines are

RyanAir

Common Tourist Questions

🥘 Do I need to tip?

No, you are not expected to tip at restaurants and other service businesses.

💰 Should I carry cash?

Yes, you should carry cash on you. Foreigners usually deal in cash.

☎️ Where do I get a SIM card from?

Some popular telecom companies are

O2

.

💦 Can I drink tap water?

Yes, you can generally drink tap water. This may not apply in smaller towns and rural areas. Double-check when you arrive.

🚕What do I use to get around?

Popular ride-hailing services include

Taxify.

Exchange Rates

The primary currency is EUR.

1 RUB = 0.013614 EUR

To put that in perspective, the average dinner will cost you roughly $3.85 USD.

Visa Status

A Visa needs to be provided by the country prior to travelling.

Notes and Passport Validity

There are no special notes about passport validity at this time. In general, it is good to ensure that your passport is valid 3 months after your trip ends.

Safety and Security

Do not travel.

We now advise all not to travel overseas at this time, due to the health risks from the COVID-19 pandemic and the significant disruptions to global travel. This includes to the Slovak Republic. If you’re already overseas and wish to return to Australia, we recommend you do so as soon as possible by commercial means. Authorities have confirmed cases of COVID−19 in the Slovak Republic. The Slovak Republic has closed its borders to non-residents and has suspended international air travel. If you're currently in the Slovak Republic, follow the advice of local authorities. We now advise you to: Do not travel to the Slovak Republic.

Statistics

These values are calculated by computing the average scores that we have available to us across all cities in Slovakia. In some cases, they may not be completely accurate.

Internet Speed (4.70 / 5)
Safety (4.25 / 5)
Cost of Living (4.66 / 5)
Average Hotel Cost

$61.50 USD / night

Average Dinners

$3.85 USD

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Popular Cities in Slovakia

Bratislava

Kosice

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